Project Specialist (IVC - Accessibility)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

The Project Specialist (Accessibility and Compliance) provides short-term, project-based support for college-wide accessibility and compliance initiatives. Working under the direction of and in collaboration with the appropriate level management and classified staff, this position assists with efforts to improve digital accessibility in alignment with ADA Title II requirements. The role focuses on document remediation, accessibility review, and project coordination to support timely completion of institutional accessibility goals.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Assist in the review and remediation of digital documents (including PDFs, Word, and other formats) to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and guidelines. Apply established accessibility templates, tools, and best practices to create and revise accessible instructional and administrative materials. Assist in identifying accessibility barriers in correlated digital content and support remediation efforts. Track, document, and report progress on assigned accessibility projects to ensure accuracy and timely completion. Communicate with campus departments to request files, clarify content, and provide guidance related to accessibility remediation needs. Support testing and quality assurance processes for digital accessibility, including verification of compliance with established standards. Collaborate with project leads and team members to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines. Collaborate directly with faculty and staff to provide individualized guidance on understanding and navigating accessibility compliance and remediation processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Basic principles of digital accessibility and usability. Standard office software, including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat. General document formatting and file management practices. Ability to: Learn and apply accessibility standards and remediation techniques. Learn and utilize remediation tools and software. Review documents for detail, accuracy, and compliance with established guidelines. Organize and manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, project-based environment. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse campus stakeholders. Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Preferred Experience: Experience working with digital documents, content editing, or accessibility-related tasks. Experience remediating digital content (e.g. documents, web pages, videos, and other related media).

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is primarily performed in an office environment using a computer and standard office equipment. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting, viewing a computer screen, and performing repetitive hand movements. May need to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight. Vision sufficient to read digital documents and identify formatting issues is essential. Work Schedule: TBD – Schedule and shift vary and are subject to change in accordance with the department's needs. Hours per Week: Up to 25

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS AND INFORMATION

This is a short-term, temporary, hourly Non-Bargaining Unit (NBU) assignment, not to exceed 160 days and 960 hours per fiscal year (July 1st through June 30th). Short-term, temporary NBU positions may only be used on an intermittent, seasonal, or project basis. Education Code Section 88003 states 'Short-term employee means any person who is employed to perform a service for the district, upon the completion of which, the service required or similar services will not be extended or needed on a continuing basis.' After successful completion of the onboarding requirements, an individual may be employed by the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) as a short-term, temporary NBU employee. Employment will be on an "if and as needed" basis, as determined by the SOCCCD. The assignment may be shortened or extended at any time, due to departmental needs, with little to no notice. NBU employment is at-will, and either party may terminate this working relationship at any time. Neither party shall be required to provide any reason for the separation. NBU employees shall not have employment rights or recourse to petition to be reinstated. NBU employees are limited to working in a single position for a single department and site (assignments are onsite only). NBU employees are paid on a monthly basis. The payroll reporting period is from the 1st of the month to the last day of the month. NBU employees are paid on the 10th of the following month. Example: For the following reporting period: January 1st through January 31st, the NBU employee will be paid on February 10th. NBU employees who work more than 1000 hours per fiscal year are required to contribute to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), through payroll deduction. The SOCCCD does not intend to employ NBU employees for more than 960 hours during any fiscal year. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.